40th Birthday Party Ideas in St. Louis
- Turning 40 is a milestone birthday.birthday cake image by tomcat2170 from <a href='http://www.fotolia.com'>Fotolia.com</a>
Turning 40 is considered a milestone birthday, marking the entrance into a new decade of life. Such a birthday deserves a celebration, whether it's an intimate gathering of family or a large bash with dozens of friends and acquaintances in attendance. If you live in or are visiting Saint Louis, Missouri, a number of options can help you can ring in 40. - Perhaps the idea of staying in your Saint Louis home and relaxing with friends sounds like the perfect way to celebrate turning 40. If you aren't in the mood to go out on the town, bring a taste of Saint Louis to the party by serving traditional foods of the area. Serve pizzas topped with provel cheese or toasted ravioli. Grill up or smoke some pork steaks smothered in barbecue sauce. As a gag party favor gift, hand out rolls of TUMS as a tribute to the area pharmacist who invented the heartburn medicine.
- Saint Louis is home to professional sports teams such as the Rams, Cardinals and Blues. There's even a roller derby team, the Arch Rival Roller Girls. If you're throwing a 40th birthday party for a huge sports fan and his birthday falls within the season of his favorite team, arrange for a small group of friends to celebrate at a game. Request to post a birthday wish on the scoreboard during half-time or between innings if possible. After the game is over, head to his favorite local bar or restaurant for some drinks and cake.
- Saint Louis is home to attractions like the Gateway Arch and Union Station. One of the city's distinctive locations to visit is the City Museum. This whimsical space occupies 600,000 square feet of a former shoe company. The museum is a mix of funhouses, playgrounds and architectural marvels made entirely from salvaged objects such as bridges, cranes and airplanes. Facility rental is available for private parties. If you plan to invite a large number of people to your 40th birthday bash, the museum is a truly individual location for the event. Choose from one of five primary areas that are offered. You must use one of eight catering companies approved by the museum to provide food.
City Museum
701 North 15th Street
St. Louis, MO 63103
314-231-CITY
www.citymuseum.org